Members of the 'Gang of Eight,' from left, Sens. Marco Rubio, Chuck Shumer, Lindsey Graham and John McCain introduce their immigration reform bill on April 18.

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Avi Poster

I am writing this open letter as an urgent and heartfelt plea, on behalf of the citizenry in our state who are deeply passionate about the adoption of comprehensive immigration reform. I write in the hope that you will not only support the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act put forth by the "Gang of Eight," but join the authors in leading the way to its passage.

Few would argue that this long-needed legislation, thoughtfully and painstakingly pieced together by a bipartisan team of some of your most ...